What's Happening?
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has extended an invitation to Emine Erdoğan, the honorary president of the Zero Waste Foundation, to deliver the opening speech at the Sustainable Development Impact Meetings
2026 in New York. This event, organized by WEF's Nature and Climate Centre and Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chains Centre, will focus on the strategic role of the circular economy in industrial competitiveness, supply chain resilience, resource security, and sustainable growth. The meeting will be attended by approximately 25 high-level leaders, including Turkish ministers. Emine Erdoğan's participation underscores the collaboration between the Zero Waste Foundation and WEF, aiming to strengthen international partnerships in circular economy initiatives.
Why It's Important?
This invitation highlights the growing international recognition of Turkey's Zero Waste Movement, which is seen as a model for global sustainability efforts. Emine Erdoğan's role as a speaker at such a prestigious event enhances Turkey's visibility in the field of environmental sustainability and circular economy. The event provides a platform for Turkey to showcase its leadership in zero waste initiatives, potentially influencing global policies and encouraging other nations to adopt similar practices. The collaboration between public and private sectors in this context is crucial for advancing sustainable development goals.
What's Next?
The meeting will explore contributions to circular economy policies from processes like CBD COP17, COP31, and the Global Plastic Agreement. Emine Erdoğan will deliver a keynote address, sharing insights on Turkey's zero waste vision. The event will also feature discussions on scaling competitive, low-carbon industries, with contributions from international policy frameworks. The outcomes of this meeting could lead to strengthened international collaborations and policy advancements in circular economy practices.
